Turtles of Mississippi

The following turtles are considered native to Mississippi. Collection and/or possession of these turtles is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks - Public Notice 3201 onNon-game Species in Need of Management, and Public Notice 2552 on Turtle and Tortoise Eggs. A list of endangered turtles of Mississippi is listed under the Mississippi Natural Heritage Program.

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